2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 54 kg more than 1990 Rover 400.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Rover 400 (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | Xsara | 400 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |